Debunking 5 Common Bidet Myths: The Truth About Modern Bathroom Hygiene
Are you bidet-curious but hesitant to take the plunge? You're not alone. Despite bidets being standard fixtures in bathrooms across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East for decades, many North Americans still approach them with uncertainty—and often, misconceptions.
If health concerns or outdated myths about this globally popular bathroom upgrade are stopping you from experiencing the benefits, it's time to set the record straight. Let's flush away these common misconceptions and discover why millions worldwide have already made the switch.
Myth 1: Bidets Use Dirty Toilet Water
The Truth: This might be the most persistent—and most incorrect—myth about bidets. While it's true that bidets are attached to your toilet, the water supply comes from the exact same pipes that feed your bathroom faucet and shower.
Think about it: the clean water flowing through your bidet is as sanitary as the water you use to brush your teeth or wash your face. Modern bidets like the Coway Bidetmega series connect directly to your home's fresh water supply through a simple T-valve. There's absolutely no risk of contamination from used toilet water—the two systems never mix.
Myth 2: Bidets Can Cause Hemorrhoids
The Truth: Not only is this false, but the opposite is actually true. No scientific study has ever shown a correlation between bidet use and the development of hemorrhoids. In fact, medical professionals often recommend bidets specifically for people suffering from this painful condition.
Hemorrhoids are typically caused by:
- Straining during bowel movements
- Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Chronic constipation
Bidets can actually help heal and prevent hemorrhoids by:
- Eliminating the friction and irritation of wiping
- Providing gentle, soothing relief with warm water
- Promoting better hygiene without aggravating inflamed tissue
- Reducing the need for excessive wiping that can worsen symptoms
The adjustable water pressure on modern bidets ensures a gentle, therapeutic clean that's far kinder to sensitive areas than rough toilet paper.
Myth 3: Bidets Disrupt Your Body's Natural pH Balance
The Truth: This concern, particularly common among those interested in feminine hygiene, stems from confusion between bidets and douching products. Here's the key difference: douching products contain soaps, vinegar, iodine, or other chemicals that can indeed disrupt your body's natural flora and pH balance.
Bidets, on the other hand, use only clean water—no soaps, no chemicals, no additives. This makes them perfectly safe for maintaining your body's natural balance while achieving a deeper clean than toilet paper alone can provide. Many healthcare professionals actually recommend bidets for those prone to UTIs or yeast infections, as they provide thorough cleansing without introducing irritants.
Myth 4: Bidets Are Unsanitary or Spread Germs
The Truth: Modern bidets are designed with hygiene as the top priority. High-quality models like the Bidetmega series feature:
- Self-cleaning nozzles that rinse before and after each use
- Antimicrobial materials and coatings
- UV sterilization technology (in premium models)
- Retractable nozzles that stay protected when not in use
The nozzle never comes into direct contact with your body and automatically cleans itself, making bidets more sanitary than hands-and-paper wiping. Some models even feature Coway's WaterShield™ technology, which sprays a protective mist before and after use to maintain optimal cleanliness.
Myth 5: Bidets Are Difficult to Use or Uncomfortable
The Truth: If you can press a button, you can use a bidet. Modern electric bidets are designed with user comfort in mind, offering:
- Adjustable water temperature (from cool to comfortably warm)
- Customizable water pressure settings
- Different spray patterns for various needs
- Heated seats for year-round comfort
- Warm air dryers to complete the experience
- Memory settings to save your preferences
The patented i-wave technology found in Coway bidets provides a multi-stage wash that starts gently and gradually increases pressure, ensuring maximum comfort for new users. Most people report that after just a few uses, the experience becomes second nature—and they can't imagine going back to paper alone.
The Hidden Benefits They Don't Want You to Miss
Beyond debunking myths, here are some proven benefits of bidet use:
- Reduced toilet paper usage (saving money and trees)
- Better hygiene than wiping alone
- Relief for sensitive skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis
- Independence for those with mobility issues
- Reduced plumbing problems from less paper flushing
- Environmental sustainability through reduced paper waste
Ready to Experience the Bidet Difference?
Now that we've cleared up these common misconceptions, you might be ready to join the millions who've already discovered a cleaner, more comfortable bathroom experience.
Coway's innovative Bidetmega line offers models for every need and budget, featuring:
- State-of-the-art i-wave cleaning technology with four-stage washing
- Hygienic stainless steel nozzles with self-cleaning functions
- Thoughtful design features including Braille controls and child-safe modes
- Warm air drying to eliminate toilet paper completely
- 90-day money-back guarantee to try risk-free
Don't let outdated myths keep you from experiencing the comfort, cleanliness, and confidence that come with modern bidet technology. Your health—and the planet—will thank you.
Disclaimers
1Coway air purifiers have been proven to trap dust, pollen, dander, viruses and bacteria in the air based on KCL (Korea Conformity Laboratories) testing.They have been tested in a 30㎥ size chamber according to the Korea Air Cleaning Association standard (SPS-KACA 002-132:2022 Modified) to measure the 0.01㎛ size of particle removal rate. It was tested on maximum airflow speed in normal room temperature and humidity conditions. The performance may vary in the actual living environment of customers.
→ Tested with Airmega Aim, 50, 100, 150, 160, Tower AP-1216L, Mighty AP-1512HH, MightyS AP-1512HHS, 200M, Icon, IconS, 230, 240, 250, 250 Art, 250S, 300, 300S, 350, 400, 400S, 450, ProX
299.97% of viruses, bacteria, fungi and pollen were verified to be removed from the air for Coway air purifiers which have Green True HEPA™ filter applied based on the Japan Food Research Laboratories(JFRL) testing according to JEM 1467 standard.
→ Tested with Coway Airmega Mighty AP-1512HH, MightyS AP-1512HHS, 250, 250 Art, 250S, 300, 300S, 400, 400S
→ All tested by JFRL and received above result within below time.
All tested by JFRL and received above result within below time.
- Virus: Tested with Escherichia coli phage ΦX174 NBRC 103405, 60 minutes
- Bacteria: Tested with Staphylococcus epidermidis NBRC 12993, 60 minutes
- Fungi/Mold: Tested with Penicillium citrinum NBRC 6352, 60 minutes
- Pollen: Tested with Cedar Pollen extract, 60 minutes
3Aerosol test conducted in a Biosafety level 3 laboratory with two Coway air purifier models, Coway Airmega 250 and 400 for removal of SARS-CoV-2 Aerosol by US based MRI Global, a not-for-profit laboratory and partner of US Department of Defense. The test was conducted in a 13.1ft3 chamber. Virus was aerosolized for 15 minutes and the product was turned on high for 2 minutes. Result showed each product effectively removed over 99.98% of the SARS-CoV-2 in 2 minutes. This is a result from a laboratory experiment condition and result may vary in different conditions. This result does not imply it kills SARS-CoV-2 or prevents the transmission of Covid-19. Coway Airmega 250S and 400S are identical to the tested models and has equal performance with an additional mobile connectivity function.
4The concentration of ammonia, acetaldehyde and acetic acid were proven to be removed within 30 minutes by FCG Research Institute, Inc. Human Life Science Lab. It is not a demonstration result in the actual use space. Not all odors and gases may be supported. → Tested with Coway Airmega 150, 160, Mighty AP-1512HH, MightyS AP-1512HHS, 400, 400S
5The coverage area of the air purifier is based on an area where the air cleaner can make two air changes per hour (ACPH). An air change per hour translates to how many times an air purifier can clean an area, assuming the height of a ceiling to be 8 ft, in one hour. Therefore ** means two air changes per hour means that the cleaner can clean the area once every 30 minutes and * means air changes per hour means that the air purifier can clean the area once every 60 minutes.
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